The Local Government Cafe Podcast
If you are a local government enthusiast, looking for fresh conversations over a hot cup of morning coffee (or tea or while you’re driving, or walking the dog ... you do you) ... you are in the right place. Welcome to the Local Gov Café Podcast. Hosted by Susan Gardner and Ann Mitchell, this podcast is devoted to having conversations that matter. We’ll be covering the full menu of municipal topics. You’ll discover guests who bring insight and inspiration to the issues that drive and challenge communities. We’ll be talking with leaders in policy, practice, consulting, and academia to put a spotlight on civic government and the people who make it all happen.
Episodes
Episodes
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
HR Strategies to Cultivate Excellence: Leading with Empathy in Local Government
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Join us as Dr. Raeleen Manjak, an award-winning HR expert, shares her wisdom on enhancing workplace dynamics in local government. This episode highlights her unique perspective on coaching as a management superpower, the significance of psychological safety in the workplace, and the role of HR in fostering innovation. Learn from a leader who's redefining the boundaries of HR.
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
The Unseen Crossing: Understanding the Legacy of the Pandemic
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Mark Mullaly joins us to discuss how the liminal space of the pandemic has ushered in long-term changes for individuals, communities and local governments. Tune in to learn about the enduring impacts that have emerged – and how municipalities are adapting.
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Small Communities, Big Opportunities
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Join us as long time City Manager Patricia Vinchesi unravels the nuances and quirks of working in a smaller community. We caught up with her at the CAMA conference to talk about career challenges and opportunities, and the age-old debate: which is better small town or big city?
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Tides of Change: Crafting Surrey’s 80-Year Adaptation Vision
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
As flood risks mount, the City of Surrey looks 80 years ahead. Matt Osler joins us to talk about the creation of a robust Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy and the complex, multi-community collaborations behind it.
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Beyond Development Charges: Decoding Housing Affordability
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Tune in as we explore the intricate relationship between development charges and housing affordability in top Canadian markets with insights from Professor Andrew Sancton.